LVN Supervisor - Primary & Specialty Care, Goleta
- UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
- Goleta, CA, USA
Job Description
- direct nursing care, clinic administration, patient flow coordination and supervision of clinic nursing staff
- interaction with faculty, residents, patients, and staff to maximize patient care and ensure patient safety
- coordination and assignment of tasks and duties of all nursing and supplemental staff based on established protocols, policies and procedures
- supervision of staff; conducting the evaluation process, maintaining yearly staff competencies, providing all necessary training for new and existing staff and reviewing staff timesheets for accuracy based on the daily schedule
- ensuring that all applicable policies and standards are maintained at all times
- planning for and adjusting staffing on a daily basis to maintain efficient and adequate operations
- maintenance and upkeep of the practice
- managing the Quality Assurance process
Possess active license issued by the State of CA Board of Vocational Nurse Examiners with Intravenous Therapy and blood withdrawal certification.
Possession of active CPR BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
3+ years LVN experience required.
Ability to take vital signs, administer medications and obtain drug refills as needed.
Ability to recognize abnormal laboratory values and report to the physician.
Knowledge of symptomatology of common and or life threatening medical problems.
Interpersonal skills in maintaining a cooperative working environment with the physicians, staff, and all health providers.
Performs phlebotomy, CPR, Injections, and other skills within scope of practice.
Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, Windows computer function, computer navigation, and ability to use computerized patient care systems.
Knowledge of all safety requirements when handling biohazardous specimens or contaminated instruments.
Verbal skills to effectively convey sensitive information in a courteous manner in person or on the telephone.
Ability to lead a team with effective communication, collaboration and maintaining high-quality standards.
Ability to work cooperatively with other staff members, faculty, patients, nursing staff and others.
Team building and leadership skills, preferably to include prior supervisory experience.
Preferred:
- Knowledge of all instruments and supplies to perform physical examinations and/or procedures.
Supervisory experience.
Spanish speaking skills.
At UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Nursing, you’ll be able to reimagine your career as you transform each life you touch. Our nursing culture is built on a strong foundation that includes:
● Evidence-Based Practice and Research Development
● Inclusive and engaging workplace
● Highly collaborative clinical teams
● Cutting-edge surgical services
● Multiple support services to streamline your work
In addition, our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art technology, shared governance, recognition programs, and more, will equip you to go even further in your nursing practice. It’s no wonder we’ve achieved Magnet® status multiple times in multiple locations. If you’re ready to advance your nursing career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our system of five award-winning hospitals and more than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California. We have openings in these nursing specialties:
● Critical Care
● Med/Surg
● Perinatal
● Pediatric
● Perioperative
● Emergency Medicine
● Neuropsychiatric
● Ambulatory/Transplant
No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, you’ll be living the dream thanks to all the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations.